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What systems are affected by reduced lung function?

All of them! Reduced lung function reduces the amount of oxygen in the entire body.


Identify the body system that controls lung function and what other systems are affected by reduced lung function?

The respiratory system controls lung function. Reduced lung function can affect the cardiovascular system by reducing oxygen delivery to tissues, the immune system by increasing susceptibility to infections, and the musculoskeletal system by limiting physical activity due to decreased oxygen supply.


Can your body function without the lung?

No.Because there would be no air flow.


If one lung is broken does the other still work alone?

Yes, if one lung is broken, the other lung can still function adequately on its own to provide oxygen to the body. The remaining healthy lung will work harder to compensate for the loss in lung function.


What is the function of a rat's lung?

The lung function of a rat is to take in oxygen you breath and take it to the blood. Then it releases the carbon dioxide from your body.


The deadliest of lung disease where abnormal growth of cells prevents normal lung function?

Lung cancer is the deadliest of lung diseases, characterized by abnormal growth of cells in the lungs that hinders normal lung function. It can spread rapidly to other parts of the body if not detected and treated early.


What is a function of lung?

The function of the lungs are to bring oxygen, into the body and to release carbon dioxide. Oxygen is what the body needs to make energy and carbon dioxide is a waste that the body does not need.


What other body parts does the lung affect?

The lungs primarily impact the heart, as the heart is needed to pump oxygenated blood (from the lungs) to all parts of the body. So, ultimately, lung function (or dysfunction) affects all body parts.


What is the function of the horizontal fissure of the left lung?

The function of the horizontal fissure of the left lung helps the constipated human to release any excess carbon from their body, meaning it is easier for them to defecate. Although in some cases of severe diarrhoea the mantelpiece of the left lung collapses into the pancreas distorting and disturbing the function of the horizontal fissure.


What is the purpose of lung transplantation?

The purpose of lung transplantation is to replace a lung that no longer functions with a healthy lung. To perform a lung transplantation, there should be potential for rehabilitated breathing function


Can t'ai chi improve heart and lung function?

research suggests that t'ai chi improves heart and lung function. The exercise is linked to reducing the body's level of a stress hormone called cortisol, and to the overall effect of higher confidence for those who practice it.


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